The second “Pictures Say A 1,000 Words” blog is about our wildly popular show, Disney’s Frozen Jr. This production is from the MY Theatre troupe. For those who may not have heard of…
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The Renaissance first opened in 1928. It has seen the Great Depression of 1929, the Great Recession of 2008, and It weathered the storm of becoming an X-rated movie house in…
Keep reading “Pictures Say A 1,000 Words: Matilda”In accordance with Governor Mike Dewine’s March 12th Executive Order, we have postponed the following events and are working to reschedule: Rock of Ages, March 14th and 15th Mansfield Symphony…
Keep reading “Message from our President”Matti-Lynn Chrisman is our fourth finalist in the Mansfield Symphony Orchestra singing competition.
Keep reading “MSO Singing Finalist #4: Matti-Lynn Chrisman”Our third Mansfield Symphony Orchestra singing competition finalist is Jarica Awwiller. Jarica is also a fine writer. The following was written by her.
Keep reading “MSO Singing Finalist #3: Jarica Awwiller”Part 2 of our blog series on the MSO singing finalists focuses on Audrey Lee-Strohm.
Keep reading “MSO Singing Finalist #2: Audrey Lee-Strohm”The next six blogs will highlight six extraordinary people who are this year’s Mansfield Symphony Orchestra singing competition finalists. Allie Carter is the first contestant…
Keep reading “MSO Singing Finalist #1: Allie Carter”Rock of Ages is a true tour-de-force in musical theatre. It is one part comedy, one part musical theatre, and one (very large) part of 80’s Rock ‘n Roll. But…
Keep reading “10 Things to Know About Rock of Ages”The Princess Bride is one of the all-time great movies. According to Wikipedia, “Over time, particularly with the introduction of the Internet, the film has become a cult classic. The film is…
Keep reading “The Great Battle of Wits and Mithridates”In our most recent Renaissance podcast, Mark Sebastian Jordan gives an outstanding discussion on Shostakovich Symphony 12, which is the final piece on the upcoming Mansfield Symphony Orchestra concert, “Revolutions,” on February 8,…
Keep reading “Fear and Rebellion from a Russian Rockstar”January 17-19 and 24-26, the Renaissance will bring the original musical by Michael Thomas, At Last: An Evening with Etta James, to the stage of Theatre 166. In honor of…
Keep reading “Some Small Bits About the Musical Giant, Etta James”You know you do it. We all do! Starting around mid-November, Silent Night, Joy to the World, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas all start creeping into our…
Keep reading “Good Vibes with Christmas Music”On December 2, 2019, Michael Thomas, Artistic Director for the Renaissance, was honored by Broadway’s and Hollywood’s elite at the Ars Nova Ball 2019. He and his writing partner, Jeff…
Keep reading “Michael Thomas Honored in New York”For the upcoming production of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street in October 2019, Scenic Designer, Jason Kaufman, gave some insights to this extraordinary set build.
Keep reading “The Secrets to Set Design for Sweeney Todd”The upcoming Mansfield Symphony Orchestra concert on September 21, 2019 is called “Bohemian Souls.” The definition of a Bohemian is “[one who is] socially unconventional in an artistic way.” Dvorak…
Keep reading “What does "Bohemian" really mean?”If you are seeking a rich cultural experience like no other, consider a theatre trip to Europe. Not only is Europe a hub of world-famous museums and art galleries, but…
Keep reading “Theater Trip to Europe”Was it Colonel Mustard? Did Miss Scarlett use the wrench? Or Professor Plum in the Library? It would seem everyone has played the famous board game Clue one time or…
Keep reading “The Clues in Clue”Richland county has a special blend of dining options for people of all backgrounds and taste buds! So whether you’re craving Asian, American, or home-style, they got you covered! Here’s…
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